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Form of workTitle:Public Health Nurse - Nurse Family Partnership
State Role Title: Registered Nurse 1
Hiring Range: $60,940 - $69,940
Pay Band: 4
Agency: Virginia Department of Health
Location:WESTERN TIDEWATER HQ
Agency Website:www.vdh.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Are you seeking a position where you can truly make a difference in the community? Are you a registered Nurse who enjoys working with expectant and new mothers? The Western Tidewater Health District is looking for a Public Health Nurse to join the Nurse Family Partnership (NFP) Program team. This position provides home visiting services and case management to families in the City of Suffolk, City of Franklin, Isle of Wight, and Southampton Counties. A Nurse Family Partnership Nurse provides the support, advice, and information needed to have a healthy pregnancy, a healthy bay, and be a great mom.
This position independently provides professional nursing care to patients in clinics, homes and schools and other community or congregate care settings. Performs nursing assessments, may perform lab tests, take measurements, develop, and implement care plans, including the administration of medication and case management. Participates in Public Health emergencies and community health assessments. Actions performed at this level require licensure as a RN by state code. May supervise support staff. Must also be available and able to attend required training in Denver, CO.
THIS IS A RESTRICTED BUT CRITICAL GRANT FUNDED POSITION. GRANT FUNDS HAVE BEEN CONFIRMED THROUGH FEBRUARY 2026***
*This recruitment may offer exceptional recruitment and incentive options, including a sign-on bonus or front-loaded leave for qualified candidates.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires licensure as an RN in Virginia or compact state. If a new graduate, must
obtain RN license within 90 days of the date of hire or subject to termination per the
regulations governing the practice of nursing. Requires BLS certification. Requires
adherence to all safety policies including a review of immunizations, driver safety
policies, and all other state policies
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service's Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions.
It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: www.vdh.virginia.gov.
If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.
As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply!
Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.
Contact Information
Name: Priscilla Crocker
Phone: 757-514-4769
Email: priscilla.crocker@vdh.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
State Role Title: Registered Nurse 1
Hiring Range: $60,940 - $69,940
Pay Band: 4
Agency: Virginia Department of Health
Location:WESTERN TIDEWATER HQ
Agency Website:www.vdh.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Are you seeking a position where you can truly make a difference in the community? Are you a registered Nurse who enjoys working with expectant and new mothers? The Western Tidewater Health District is looking for a Public Health Nurse to join the Nurse Family Partnership (NFP) Program team. This position provides home visiting services and case management to families in the City of Suffolk, City of Franklin, Isle of Wight, and Southampton Counties. A Nurse Family Partnership Nurse provides the support, advice, and information needed to have a healthy pregnancy, a healthy bay, and be a great mom.
This position independently provides professional nursing care to patients in clinics, homes and schools and other community or congregate care settings. Performs nursing assessments, may perform lab tests, take measurements, develop, and implement care plans, including the administration of medication and case management. Participates in Public Health emergencies and community health assessments. Actions performed at this level require licensure as a RN by state code. May supervise support staff. Must also be available and able to attend required training in Denver, CO.
THIS IS A RESTRICTED BUT CRITICAL GRANT FUNDED POSITION. GRANT FUNDS HAVE BEEN CONFIRMED THROUGH FEBRUARY 2026***
*This recruitment may offer exceptional recruitment and incentive options, including a sign-on bonus or front-loaded leave for qualified candidates.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires licensure as an RN in Virginia or compact state. If a new graduate, must
obtain RN license within 90 days of the date of hire or subject to termination per the
regulations governing the practice of nursing. Requires BLS certification. Requires
adherence to all safety policies including a review of immunizations, driver safety
policies, and all other state policies
- Communicates verbally and in writing, to analyze problems, situations and suggest solutions, leadership, follow directions and establish priorities
- Skills in physical examination, health assessment, and interviewing and counseling technique
- Ability to function independently, prioritize and organize work, solve problems, adapt to change, function as a team member and relate to the public
- Knowledge of Public Health concepts, principles of Public Health nursing, principles of epidemiology; immunizations; basic nursing science, medical terminology, case management
- May travel and some weekend and/or evening hours may be required
- Must be certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR
- BSN
- Experience in a Public Health setting or one related to disease prevention and health promotion
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service's Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions.
It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: www.vdh.virginia.gov.
If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.
As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply!
Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.
Contact Information
Name: Priscilla Crocker
Phone: 757-514-4769
Email: priscilla.crocker@vdh.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
